Fishing in Minecraft can be enhanced through various enchantments on the fishing rod:
- Luck of the Sea: Increases the chances of catching rare items by 2% per level and reduces the likelihood of catching junk items. Luck of the Sea III maximizes the odds of valuable loot.
- Mending: Allows players to repair the fishing rod using experience orbs, enabling indefinite use without durability concerns. Acquiring Mending can be challenging, often requiring trades with Librarian Villagers.
- Lure: Reduces the wait time for fish to bite by 5% per level, allowing for more frequent catches, though it does not increase treasure catch rates.
- Unbreaking: Extends the lifespan of the fishing rod by providing a chance to preserve durability with each use, serving as an alternative to Mending.
- Curse of Vanishing: Causes the fishing rod to disappear upon the player's death, adding a risk element in survival mode, but is generally not recommended for serious gameplay.
To enchant a fishing rod, players need an Enchanting Table surrounded by bookshelves or can use enchanted books at an anvil, which can be obtained through trades with librarian villagers. Combining Lure, Luck of the Sea, and Mending is suggested for the best results.